Senior Commissioning Technologist

Rising Edge Group•St. John's, NL

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Rising Edge Group is an electrical contracting company founded in 2002, specializing in high-voltage electrical solutions that power critical infrastructure across North America. With operations in both Canada and the United States, we partner with clients across the electrical utilities, renewable energy, and industrial sectors to design, build, and maintain the critical infrastructure systems communities and industries rely on. Driven by a clear vision to strengthen the stability, reliability, and advancement of energy infrastructure, we take pride in delivering work that matters. Guided by our STRIDE values - Safety, Teamwork, Responsibility, Integrity, Deliver, and Excellence - we foster a people focused culture of growth, mentorship and collaboration where safety always come first.

Requirements

Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited post-secondary institution or Degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum of 4+ years of experience in Field Testing and Commissioning
Hands-on experience in substations (600V to 500kV) required
Familiar with power transformers, high voltage switches, breakers, CT’s and PT’s, NGR, and Capbank
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Strong commitment to safety, environmental, and health practices
Valid Class 5 driver’s license required
Must have the ability to work in adverse weather conditions
Willing to travel and work out of town and on rotational schedules

Nice To Haves

Experience with testing software is considered an asset (Omicron Test Universe, Doble M4000, AcSELerator, Siemens Digsi, GE Enervista)

Responsibilities

Promote and maintain a strong safety culture alongside all members of the construction crew
Commission and test high voltage equipment such as Circuit breakers, Transformers, manual and motor operated switches, Current Transformers, Voltage Transformers, Capacitor Banks and circuit switchers.
Commission protection and control relays such as SEL, GE, Siemens and ABB.
Commission control circuits for protection, indication and monitoring systems.
Perform acceptance and maintenance testing on electrical equipment ranging from 600v to 500kV
Installation, commissioning and maintenance of protection and control equipment, including SCADA in medium to high-voltage transmission substations
Work with protection schemes such as differential, distance, line protections, transformer protections and overcurrent protections
Interpret electrical drawings and schematics, analyze test results, and recommend corrective actions
Work with high voltage equipment such as Circuit breakers, transformers, switches and control circuits for protection, indication and monitoring systems
Supervise, mentor and train junior technicians
Be able to work with various types of manufacturer’s test equipment: Omicron CMC356, CT analyzer, Cibano, CPC100, Votano, Testrano. Doble M4100, SFRA. Megger megohmmeter and 10A Ductor. Broman 100A Ductor. Megger TTR. Dilo and SMC Gas Analyzers. VLF and AC Hi Pots.

Benefits

Competitive compensation with weekly pay periods
Overtime opportunities (project dependent)
Generous paid time off
RRSP-DPSP employer matching, increasing with years of service
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and disability)
Company-paid safety training
Annual PPE allowance provided for field-based employees (post-probation)
Out-of-town work includes either all-inclusive camp accommodations or LOA and individual accommodations (project dependent)
Travel time to and from site will be paid at base rate, and travel provided by employer (project dependent)
Ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities
Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling support)
Employee Referral Bonus Program